Banned driver sent eight-year-old 'catapulting into the air' in hit-and-run

LOTTIE Tomlinson is pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Lewis Burton. The 23-year-old, sister of One Direction star Louis, revealed her happy news as she posed in her pants to show off her growing bump today.

MADONNA was mistaken for a Kardashian in a new snap where she looked younger than ever - despite being nearly a pensioner. The Queen of Pop, 63, posed topless in an Instagram selfie as one fan gasped: "She's aging backwards." Another said: "Omg now even Madona looks like a a Kardashian" while a third asked: "Why are you trying to look like Kim Kardashian?" The singer, who rocketed to fame nearly 40 years ago, shared the shot online showing her apparently topless apart from a choker and two necklaces.

Molly-Mae Hague has been met with backlash after releasing an autobiography at the age of just 22.The blonde beauty started off as an influencer before rising to fame on the hit ITV dating show Love Island, where she met boyfriend Tommy Fury, also 22, and subsequently went on to gain 6.2million Instagram followers. She's also taken on the role of creative director of Pretty Little Thing, has her own fake tan company and regularly shares updates on her YouTube channel.

Simon Cowell will miss the next round of auditions for Britain's Got Talent as he has contracted Covid-19.The 62 year old will be unable to judge the latest round of hopefuls on the ITV talent show while he self-isolates. A spokesperson for the music mogul confirmed the news to Mail Online, saying: "Simon was unable to attend filming today as he was isolating at home after testing positive for Covid-19." Current rules for contracting Covid-19 state people need to isolate for ten days but may leave after five if certain conditions are met. Alesha Dixon, David Walliams and Amanda Holden were spotted heading in to film the show and will be left with golden buzzer duties until the show's creator returns.

Lottie Tomlinson has revealed she's pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Lewis Burton.The 23 year old sister of One Direction star Louise Tomlinson shared the news on her Instagram feed as she posted two gorgeous snaps of her blossoming baby bump. In one photo, the model wore a white bra with matching underwear as well as a white cotton shirt as she cradled her bump. While a second showed the former tennis player, 29, dressed in a grey T-shirt and black trousers as he placed one hand on her belly.

TOWIE star James Argent's worried pals were forced to call 999 after an emergency at the star's home. The reality favourite, 34, has turned his life around over the past year, losing an incredible 11stone in weight.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and if you are still searching for the perfect gift, then look no further. Several supermarkets have launched budget-friendly presents for Valentine's Day this year, including Asda's £1 engagement rings and Marks and Spencer's £6 Love Sausage.

Guillaume Esmiol has been named the successor of Cannes Marché head Jérôme Paillard, who will step down from his role after this year’s edition. Esmiol will serve as co-exec director of the Marché this year, where he will work in tandem with Paillard, before taking on the role entirely from 2023.

Netflix series Cheer, has pleaded guilty to receiving child pornography and soliciting sex from minors.During a change of plea hearing in a Chicago federal court yesterday (February 10), Harris admitted to one count of travelling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a 15-year-old and one count of receiving child abuse images from a 17-year-old.Harris, 22, pleaded guilty to two of the seven felony counts against him. Prosecutors agreed to drop the remaining five counts under a plea agreement.Harris was arrested in September 2020 on a charge of production of child abuse imagery.

Microsoft president Brad Smith has said that staff at Activision Blizzard will be “under scrutiny” following its acquisition of the publisher.Last month, Microsoft purchased Activision Blizzard in a deal worth around £50billion, with the US Federal Trade Commission currently conducting an antitrust investigation.The purchase comes after Activision was hit by a lawsuit filed by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing and another by the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission following multiple allegations of sexual harassment, discrimination, and workplace misconduct.In between that, its own staff also filed a complaint too, alleging that the company used intimidation and “coercive tactics” to stifle staff trying to improve working conditions.It’s also been alleged that Activision CEO Bobby Kotick was aware of sexual misconduct claims within the company since 2018 but did not inform Activision’s board of directors. A report by the Wall Street Journal also suggested that Kotick played a first-hand part in the culture that has embroiled Activision in sexual harassment lawsuits and investigations by the Securities and Exchange Commission.Speaking CNBC (via VGC) about the accusations, Smith said: “We’re looking to the leadership team at Activision Blizzard today to make culture and workplace safety a top priority every single day, until the day when this deal hopefully closes.

The first phase of plans to redevelop Piccadilly Gardens has been revealed.

Eight years’ worth of damp and mould has affected a couple’s home so severely they say it’s now starting to ‘eat through their furniture’.

Alison Hammond made sure to finish the week of This Morning in another stylish outfit that naturally left her looking as radiant as always. Viewers of the popular ITV show were spoiled this week as they weren't only treated with the return of Phillip Schofield on Wednesday, but also two bonus appearances from Alison as she stepped in for him during his absence.

Amy Dowden is counting down the days until she can reunite with her fiancé Ben Jones after touring the UK with the Strictly Come Dancing cast for the past three weeks.MORE: Strictly's Amy Dowden announces unexpected career news amid recent health battleTaking to her Instagram stories, the professional dancer shared a rare picture of herself and Ben hugging each other and wrote: "Four more sleeps," alongside several love heart emojis.WATCH: Amy shares 'life-changing' product that helps her cope with Crohn's DiseaseIn the picture, the couple, who will reunite after the tour ends on Sunday 13 February, can be seen smiling and looking towards the camera with Amy wearing a gorgeous wrap dress and Ben looking casual in black jeans and a denim shirt.READ: Amy Dowden forced to temporarily abandon Strictly tour after latest health battleRELATED: Amy Dowden dances in stunning wedding dress as she marks engagement anniversary with fiancéAmy and Ben were supposed to have married in 2020 but postponed their nuptials due to the pandemic. Amy revealed her excitement and reuniting with Ben soonOn what would have been the eve of their big day at the time, Amy took to Instagram and close to tears revealed she had "mixed emotions" about it."Hey guys, excuse the crazy hair this morning.

A plane has crashed off the runway at Dundee City Airport.

Adele stripped to her bra and poled danced at a London club night as a shocked crowd looked on.

VIEWERS of The Chase were left doing a double take after a contestant bore an uncanny resemblance to EastEnders legend June Brown. Fiona appeared on Thursday episode ready to take on The Chaser - despite her enthusiasm fans couldn't help but comment on her likeness to soap character Dot Cotton.

EASTENDERS actor Charlie Clements has revealed he has a new job making sushi. The star – who played Bradley Branning on the BBC soap – is back working in a kitchen after his latest theatre stint.

WITH Valentine's Day on the horizon, loved-up couples are getting ready for a night of romance. But love is not in the air in Weatherfield. Get the lowdown on all the drama in Monday's Coronation Street.

A disqualified driver left an eight-year-old boy for dead after hitting him with his mum's car.

A hit-and-run driver who left an eight-year-old boy unconscious in the road has been locked up for two years.